Sometimes it can be difficult to to find a meal that is simple and easy to prepare, that kids also love to eat. However, the ingredients for this recipe are easily found and available for anyone, even on a budget. This recipe is a good substitute for microwaveable or toasted foods for the student on the go. Follow this recipe step by step to prepare and enjoy your own egg in tortilla.

Ingredients

Egg in Tortilla

1 egg

1 corn tortilla (can substitute with whole wheat tortillas)

5 mL-10 mL (1-2 tsp) vegetable oil

Salt to taste

Salsa Guisada

1-2 red tomatoes

7-12 g chopped or sliced onions (little green onion)

Small chopped handful of fresh cilantro or coriander

Some drops of chipotle or Tapatio sauce

Steps

1

Add a small amount of oil on a flat, nonstick pan.

2

Set the stove to medium heat.

3

Place the tortilla on the pan and allow oil to spread evenly. Add a small amount of oil if it's not enough.

4

Flip the tortilla when the tortilla turns golden or small bubble bumps swell up.

5

Flip the tortilla again and break the egg, placing it right on top. Pierce the yolk and move it to spread it evenly on top of the tortilla.

6

Turn and flip when the egg starts to turn white (or cooked enough to turn). You can turn down the heat slowly if you want the yolk over easy.

7

Remove the tortilla from the pan.

8

Slice or chop the tomatoes.

9

Chop the cilantro.

10

Cut and slice the green onions.

11

Add a teaspoon of vegetable oil in the pan.

12

Place and stir the tomato, onions, and cilantro until it boils and turn to a thick salsa-like salsa nacho dip.